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Rafaella V.
New York, NY
$16-30/hr • 4 yrs exp
Bilingual And Flexible Nanny/sitter Available ( Also For Short Term/temp/temporary/holiday Jobs)
4.8
(5)
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Bilingual and flexible nanny/sitter available!
Note: I'm currently looking for temp/temporary/short-term nanny position for the summer.
Hi! (: My name is Rafaella, I'm 26 years old and I'm a medical student. I'm currently living in Upper West Side. I have experience working with children at different ages and also working with...
5.0
"Rafaella was wonderful - she babysat our daughter on a very hectic day and she immediately knew how to connect and get along with her as soon as she arrived. She is extremely caring and patient, a very warm and...
Reviewed by Alexander W.
4.5
(2)
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I have cared for children for over 20 years. I worked with great families all over NY area and still help them from time to time. I am professional with what I do, responsible, reliable and honest. I am a college graduate and a great homework help. I am a huge fan of arts and crafts, games, music, outdoor activities and much...
4.0
"Personable, flexible, and showed up on time."
Reviewed by Marie S.
Lisa L.
New York, NY
$25-30/hr • 10 yrs exp
Interactive, Athletic, Articulate, Fun, Patient, Highly-Responsible & Nurturing Nanny W/ Over 10 Yrs Exp {6 Wks-11 Yrs}
5.0
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I am an upbeat, interactive, articulate, attentive, fun, and very nurturing woman who has over 10 years experience working as a nanny. I have also been employed as a Hatha Yoga instructor to 1st, 2nd, 4th and 5th graders as part of an experimental remedial reading/writing art program. I genuinely enjoy engaging a child in safe,...
5.0
"Lisa is a very dependable and punctual sitter who has a great friendly personality. Our son really likes playing with her."
Reviewed by Christina S.
5.0
(8)
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Hello:)
My name is Kayla and I recently moved to NYC from Florida for some modeling opportunities. I have 6 years of experience with both Babysitting & PetSitting. I am currently looking for a long term nannying position for a family with 1-5 children. I am also available for date/event night(one time) sittings!!! I have cared...
5.0
"Kayla watched my two kids (17 months and 2 months) while my husband and I attended my cousin's wedding from 3 pm until 10 pm (long day!). She was right on time and the day seemed to go very well. Kids were...
Reviewed by Michael B.
5.0
(1)
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Hi! My name is Liza and I am a doctoral candidate at Ferkauf Graduate School of Psychology. I have babysat and nannied children from infancy to high school for the past nine years. I absolutely love working with kids, whether it's babysitting, working as a camp counselor, tutoring, or working with special needs students. I have...
5.0
"We hired Liza a few weeks ago to care for our daughter 1.5 days a week while I sleep between work shifts. Liza has a thorough resume of experience and is skilled with children. She is professional, punctual,...
Reviewed by Loren W.
5.0
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My name is Brianna . I am college student majoring in Health Science. I have worked as a nanny/babysitter for four consecutive years while in school and during the summers. I also worked as direct support professional for special needs children that desired extra care. I am also a certified home health aide as well....
5.0
"I write this letter of reference to recommend Brianna as a full/part-time nanny. Brianna has worked for me and my husband for 5 months as our part time to full time nanny for our son who is now 16 months old....
Reviewed by Melissa P.
5.0
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I have been a nanny for 7+ years and love having the opportunity to work with kids. During the day I'm a paraprofessional and work at schools with children with special needs. I have a Master's in genetics with a focus in genetic disabilities and a Bachelor's in veterinary medicine, so I'm okay with any pets. I also have four...
5.0
"Cali was amazing with our three year old son. She watched him every morning and helped to get him to school each day. She is creative and patient. She went out of her way to make mornings fun for our little...
Reviewed by Caroline D.
5.0
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I am an experienced childcare provider based near Prospect Park in Brooklyn. I grew up in a large family, and would attribute my passion for childcare to my close relationship with my younger siblings. I started babysitting for special-needs families at the age of 15, and have continued my career in childcare ever since. I have...
5.0
"I was Jessica's martial arts instructor for nearly a decade. During that time she was a regular part of our Coaching Assistant staff. Jessica was great with working with students of all ages, but particularly...
Reviewed by Jose J.
4.3
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Good afternoon,
My name is Myriam, French native with a bachelor in psychology and child development.
Passionate about kids since my youngest age, I naturally gravitated towards childcare and have been a nanny for the past 10 years.
Extremely reliable, punctual and friendly, I am also able to set boundaries in a loving...
5.0
"Myriam was perfectly on time/early for our babysitting appointment. She was professional and communicative in booking and then confirming the appointment. We would definitely hire her again!"
Reviewed by Tara M.
5.0
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My name is Shauna, and I'm a 35-year-old with over 15 years of experience as a Nanny. I am First Aid and CPR certified and have experience with children of all ages as well as children with special needs.
I'm a patient, active, creative, punctual, organized, and fun-natured individual who simply has an affinity for caring for...
5.0
"Shauna was an absolute pleasure to have as a nanny. I was so sad to see her go, but so happy for her to make a move and experience a different city. My daughter age, 8, adored her. She still keeps in touch with...
Reviewed by Jennifer W.
5.0
(1)
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Hello, I'm Kayme
Working M-F as paraprofessional, I have my own after school class so a lot of experience with homework and extra curricular activities. I also have major experience with newborns and toddlers and special needs children. I listen very careful to directions and actions needed for them, as well as helping them...
5.0
"Kayme has made my transition back to work SO much easier. I truly feel like we hit the jack pot having Kayme as our Nanny. Kayme has a very calming presence that our entire family has benefited from. In...
Reviewed by Ashley M.
4.6
(10)
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Children bring something special to my life.
I feel very rewarded with what I do.
I have cared for many different children from many different backgrounds.
I have 20 years of childcare experience.
I worked with children who have special needs.
I also worked in a group home for very young children (three days old-4...
5.0
"Keisha was great in helping us look after our baby and giving him the attention and stimulation he needed. Highly recommended. Thank again!"
Reviewed by William L.
5.0
(1)
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I am a current speech-language pathologist with availability for occasional date night or weekend babysitting. I chose my profession because I have always loved working with kids. I have 12+ years of child care experience with children ranging from 5 months-12 years old, including children with special needs. I am responsible,...
5.0
"Copelyn has been the best nanny we could imagine having for our child. She is smart, kind, flexible, 100% attentive, and truly interested in the kids. She shares nuanced and smart observations about our...
Reviewed by Rebecca D.
5.0
(1)
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Hello there! My name is Ashley and I have had approximately 14 years of experience working with children. I began my experience tutoring elementary-aged children when I was in middle school. My experience grew as I began to babysit throughout my high school years. While I was pursuing my undergraduate degree, I worked as a...
5.0
"Ashley is wonderful! Tons of experience, and it shows. I am totally at ease when she is babysitting, and my daughter adores her. "
Reviewed by Taran L.
5.0
(1)
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Hello there!
I'm an English and Portuguese Teacher from Brazil, and I've just relocated back to the U. S. I absolutely love working with kids and I look forward connecting with you.
- Previous English/Portuguese Teacher in Brazil.
- Four years of experience as a nanny in NYC - great references.
- Two Bachelor's degrees:...
5.0
"I was amazed by the care provided by Leticia for my nephew. She is wonderful with him. She is attentive, caring, and responsible. I was worried she would be frightened by my big dog but shes great with my dog....
Reviewed by Desmond D.
5.0
(1)
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I've been a childcare professional for over 15 years with experience ranging from infant care to young teens, including special needs children.
Prior to moving to NYC, I was a piano and voice teacher at Nardin Academy.
Utilizing and implementing the networking and organizational skills I have learned and developed, I have...
5.0
"Vanessa was our babysitter and piano teacher over the last 2 years. We already miss her. She is fun, smart, creative and always kept the kids engaged and active. Anyone is lucky to have Vanessa help out with...
Reviewed by Kathleen E.
Diane T.
New York, NY
$28-35/hr • 10 yrs exp
Ex NYC Teacher, Tutor, House Manager, Nanny.. Here To Help!
5.0
(4)
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I has been successfully caring for children in NYC for over a decade. I am a college grad, ex-NYC teacher, native New Yorker. I take pride in the long tenures I've had with y families & I love "my kids". I am not myopic about my role. I can help keep your home running smoothly & your children safe & happy. I multi-task with...
5.0
"Diane was simply amazing. Our son had the best time with her. He still lights up when she visits. She was dependable, hilarious, and made our lives so much easier. She adapted to our needs as they developed and...
Reviewed by Leila H.
5.0
(1)
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My deep-rooted love and dedication to nurturing children have been integral to my life's journey from a young age. I aspire to not only provide exceptional care but also foster an environment where children thrive and flourish. With over 7 years of hands-on experience as a nanny, I've honed invaluable qualities including...
5.0
"Lia is incredibly joyful, open, and has a knack for quickly establishing a connection with children. From the first moment my little one saw her, she was immediately drawn to Lia, leading her to play and having...
Reviewed by Aleksandr M.
5.0
(1)
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Hi! I'm a grad student at NYU seeking temporary or long-term sitting positions. I went to undergrad in Richmond, VA where I was with a family with twin toddlers for two years. With my previous family I was responsible for getting the kids ready for school, transportation, and meals. Prior to this family, I was a temporary...
5.0
"Reyna is an excellent and reliable sitter!! Good communication, transportation skills, and really connects with the kids."
Reviewed by Maya I.
Ashley G.
North Bergen, NJ
$22-25/hr • 10 yrs exp
Nurturing Nanny: Creating Happy Hearts And Confident Minds
5.0
(3)
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With a heart brimming with love for kids and a decade-long journey in childcare, I'm an experienced nanny committed to fostering happy hearts and confident minds. My journey began at the age of 11, evolving from volunteering at 13 to embracing paid work at 16, and the passion has only grown since. Having worked with diverse...
5.0
"Ashley is a true gem! Her genuine love and care for our child have created a nurturing environment that we cherish. With unwavering attention, she not only ensures our child's safety but also fosters a space...
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Recent special needs nanny reviews in Ridgewood, NY
Rafaella V.
5.0
Rafaella is a literal angel. My son is obsessed with her! She kept my son active and engaged with activities. She's very caring and affectionate and I would 100% hire again.
- Julia F.
Ruthi C.
5.0
She's the most reliable person I've ever met ! Honest shows on time and extremely responsible! We loved having her as a part of our family!
Extremely helpful!!
- Care member
Lisa L.
5.0
Lisa was very helpful with our daughter. She helped with her when she was between the ages of 1 and 2.5 years old. Lisa taught our daughter how to communicate from a young age. In particular, she was frequently interacting with her both in one-one conversations and she was often reading books with...
- Care member
Kayla M.
5.0
Kayla has been nannying for my 1 year old son. He loves her and she is so great with him. She plays with him, feeds him, and if very active with him. She's always on time and has been available last minute whenever we needed her. She does excellent light housekeeping during nap time too. We have 2...
- Stephanie S.
Liza M.
5.0
We hired Liza a few weeks ago to care for our daughter 1.5 days a week while I sleep between work shifts. Liza has a thorough resume of experience and is skilled with children. She is professional, punctual, organized, honest, kind and flexible. I can tell that Liza really takes the time to learn...
- Loren W.